Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Premier Martial Arts Academy in Danville, CA
At Danville Jiu Jitsu, we are dedicated to empowering individuals through transformative martial arts training. Founded in 2012 by Coach Mitch, a black belt under Caio Terra with over 30 years of experience, our academy combines technical excellence with personal growth. Our team of instructors brings over a century of combined expertise, including professional fighters, law enforcement defensive tactics trainers, and nationally ranked competitors. We offer tailored programs for all ages and skill levels, from foundational Jiu Jitsu for toddlers to advanced Muay Thai for professionals.Our curriculum emphasizes physical fitness, self-defense, and mental resilience, supported by a family-friendly environment where students build confidence, discipline, and community. With flexible scheduling, private sessions, and specialized womens and youth programs, we ensure accessible, personalized training that adapts to diverse needs while maintaining rigorous safety standards.
Services
Jiu Jitsu Classes
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Executive Jiu Jitsu
Kids & Teens Programs
Women's Team
Private Sessions
Wrestling Training
Self-Defense Classes
Competitive Training
Family Memberships
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer over 100 combined years of martial arts expertise from award-winning instructors.
- Our programs cater to all ages, from toddler Jiu Jitsu to executive fitness classes.
- We provide specialized womens teams and youth divisions with high instructor-to-student ratios.
- Our academy has produced nationally ranked competitors in Jiu Jitsu and Muay Thai.
- We combine technical mastery with life skills development in a safe, inclusive environment.
What people say
Top notch instructors
Safe and fun environment
Gained confidence
Highly recommend
Amazing instructors
Services
Jiu Jitsu Classes
Our Jiu Jitsu programs teach ground fighting techniques emphasizing leverage over strength. Students learn grappling, submissions, and positional control through structured classes for all skill levels. With multiple black belt instructors and competition-winning coaches, we combine technical mastery with practical self-defense applications while fostering physical fitness and mental resilience.
Muay Thai Kickboxing
Muay Thai classes focus on striking techniques using fists, elbows, knees, and shins. Led by head coach Nick Vasallo, our program develops cardiovascular endurance, muscle tone, and combat readiness. Training includes bag work, sparring drills, and technical instruction suitable for beginners through competitive athletes seeking professional fight preparation.
Executive Jiu Jitsu
Designed for professionals seeking physical and mental development without full-contact sparring. This program emphasizes technical drilling, flexibility training, and stress relief through non-competitive Jiu Jitsu practice. Classes accommodate busy schedules with no-gi and gi options available throughout the week.
Kids & Teens Programs
Age-specific Jiu Jitsu training for children aged 4-18. Our curriculum builds physical coordination, self-discipline, and confidence through structured belt progression systems. Small class sizes ensure personalized attention while teaching social-emotional skills and practical self-defense techniques in a safe environment.
Women's Team
Specialized Jiu Jitsu training for women focusing on self-defense, physical empowerment, and sport competition. Our program balances technical instruction with practical application in a supportive community that encourages personal growth and builds confidence for real-world situations.
People
Mitch
Founder & Head Instructor
With over 30 years of Jiu Jitsu experience, Coach Mitch founded Danville Jiu Jitsu in 2012 after earning his black belt from Caio Terra. A Masters World Championship competitor, he specializes in developing balanced training programs for all ages while emphasizing community building through martial arts.
Daniel Ripper
Jiu Jitsu Coach
A dedicated instructor with 15+ years of training, Coach Ripper focuses on making Jiu Jitsu accessible to everyone. He emphasizes life lessons like resilience and respect while guiding students through technical development and personal growth on the mat.
Nick Vasallo
Muay Thai Director
CMAT-certified Muay Thai instructor and Global Martial Arts University program creator. Coach Vasallo brings professional fight experience and technical expertise to his classes, combining traditional Thai boxing methods with modern training techniques for all skill levels.
Dennis Nguyen
Black Belt Coach
A national-level competitor and law enforcement defensive tactics instructor, Coach Nguyen offers technical precision and real-world application insights. His teaching combines competitive Jiu Jitsu experience with practical self-defense training for students of all backgrounds.
Reese Hobby
Women & Children's Coach
Purple belt instructor specializing in women's self-defense and youth programs. Starting Jiu Jitsu at age 5, Coach Hobby combines early expertise with a passion for teaching private lessons while pursuing a nutrition degree at Cal Poly.
Questions
What martial arts programs do you offer?
We offer Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai Kickboxing, Executive Jiu Jitsu, Kids & Teens Programs, and Women’s Teams.
Are classes available for beginners?
Yes! All our programs welcome beginners with structured curricula and experienced instructors for all skill levels.
Do you have women-specific training options?
Our Women’s Team provides tailored Jiu Jitsu classes focusing on self-defense and sport techniques in a supportive environment.
What benefits do kids gain from your programs?
Children develop discipline, physical coordination, and confidence while learning self-defense and social-emotional skills.
Can I try a class before committing?
Yes! We offer free trial classes so you can experience our training environment and teaching style.
Are private sessions available?
Private martial arts instruction is available six days a week with personalized training plans for specific goals.
